Question 1

How do I redeem the 15% student or teacher discount?

Accepted Answer

Visit us at 5357 Yonge St, North York and present a valid student or teacher ID when shopping for glasses or sunglasses. The 15% discount is applied at the time of purchase. It applies to prescription glasses and sunglasses only — it excludes contact lenses, accessories, and exam fees, and cannot be combined with other promotional offers or applied to sale items.

Question 2

Does my university or college health plan cover eye exams and glasses?

Accepted Answer

Many Canadian post-secondary institutions offer student health and dental plans that include optical benefits — typically covering one eye exam and an allowance toward prescription eyewear per plan year. Coverage varies by school and plan. Check with your student services office or student association for plan details, and bring your student health insurance card when you visit us — our team will confirm your coverage and direct bill your plan on the spot.

Question 3

Are eye exams covered by OHIP for students in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

OHIP covers one comprehensive eye exam per year for patients aged 19 and younger with a valid Ontario health card. If you are 20 or older, OHIP does not typically cover eye exams unless you have a specific medical condition. However, your student health plan may include coverage for eye exams — check with your school's student services to find out.

Question 4

What student health insurance providers do you direct bill?

Accepted Answer

We work with MorCare and We Speak Student, two of the most common student health insurance providers in Ontario. We also direct bill a wide range of major Canadian group benefit plans that students may be covered under through a parent's employer plan. Bring your insurance card and our team will confirm your coverage and submit your claim directly.

Question 5

Can I use my parents' extended health benefits as a student?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in most cases. Most Canadian group benefit plans extend vision coverage to dependent children, typically up to age 21 or 25 if enrolled in full-time education. If you are covered as a dependant under a parent's plan, bring their insurance card and we will confirm your eligibility and direct bill on your behalf.

Question 6

I have both a student health plan and my parents' insurance — can I use both?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This is called coordination of benefits. One plan is submitted as primary and any remaining balance is submitted to the second plan as secondary. Our team handles this process for you — just bring both insurance cards and we will coordinate the claims to maximize your coverage.

Question 7

Do teachers qualify for the same discount as students?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Full-time and part-time teachers with a valid teacher ID or professional credential are eligible for the same 15% discount on glasses and sunglasses. Present your ID in-store when making a purchase. The same terms and exclusions apply as for the student discount.

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